Emily Charakas

Counseling Authentic Roots Therapy PLLC

In-person

Telehealth

Available this week

Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Coping Skills,

In network with Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota, HealthPartners, HealthPartners of Minnesota,

Introduction

We all have our own life stories, strengths, and obstacles. Life can be challenging, but within each of us lies a wellspring of strength, whether we can see it or not. My goal as a mental health counselor is to create a space where we can meet in a genuine and authentic way to identify and overcome the obstacles that are creating conflict and distress in your life. I view therapy through a systemic lens, considering how your family, social circles, and societal influences have shaped you. By examining these angles, we gain a deeper understanding of what makes you, you. I use a person-centered, strengths-based approach that incorporates Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), humanistic, and existential theories to build resilience and help clients better understand their emotions. I continually work toward being an antiracist, LGBTQIA+ supporting, and multiculturally competent provider. I use Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for clients with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). If you have a diagnosis or are wondering whether you might have PTSD, feel free to reach out for a consultation or intake session to discuss whether CPT might be the right therapy approach for you. I also provide treatment options for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Metacognitive therapy, ACT, and Inference-Based CBT.

GENDER Non-Binary

PRONOUNS They/Them/Theirs

RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

Accepting new clients
Available on nights & weekends
Offers free consultation
In-person & telehealth appointments
Accepts online payments and insurance

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Feminism
Lesbian, Gay, & Bisexual
LGBTQIA+
Trans & Non-Binary

Age groups

Teenagers (12-18)
Young Adults (18-24)
Adults (24+)

Languages

English
French

Faiths

Pagan
Taoist
Multi-Faith
Buddhist
Agnostic
Atheist

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Emily Charakas accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.

Aetna
Cigna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
HealthPartners
HealthPartners of Minnesota
Medicaid of Minnesota

Pay out-of-pocket

Sliding Scale Fee $50 - $150
53+ Minute Session (Insurance) $175
No-Show/Late-Cancel $150

Locations

Authentic Roots Therapy PLLC

7077 Northland Cir N, Suite 330

Minneapolis, MN 55428-1567

Get Directions

Authentic Roots Therapy Video Office

Professional Information

Education

Master's Degree, Counseling Psychology - University of Saint Thomas

FAQ

Is Emily Charakas accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Emily Charakas is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Emily Charakas also offers a free consultation.

Does Emily Charakas offer telehealth appointments? Emily Charakas does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.

What areas does Emily Charakas specialize in? Emily Charakas specializes in the following areas: ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bullying, Coping Skills, Couples Counseling, Depression, Domestic Abuse, Domestic Violence, Emotional Abuse, Existential Crisis, Gender Identity, LGBTQIA+, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS), Racial Identity, Trauma, Cultural and Systemic Oppression, Kink/Diverse Sexualities, White Privilege, and Unconscious Bias.